Revoking my probation can it be reinstated

Oftentimes one cannot complete all of the conditions of probation during the initial period of probation. If the only basis of a potential...

Can a judge in the state of illinois raise your bond without your lawyer being presnt.. (ie suspended)

In order for there to be an increase in bail, a bail hearing is necessary. At the hearing you are entitled to counsel. If your attorney is...

I was bitten by dog, homeowner (owns outright) is in Italy and isn't coming back. Her insurance is saying only $10,000. I

You should hire a lawyer experienced in dog bite cases and not accept settlement of any kind before doing so. There may be other other insurance...

The police came into my home without my consent looking for someone who doesn't live there can they do this

The police need a search warrant to enter your home where there is no consent. If there was a search warrant then any evidence they recover may be...

If the leaseholder catch a criminal case can I turn myself in and say ill take the case for them

It's not a good idea to lie and try to accept criminal responsibility for others actions no matter your motivation.

If a statement was made while I was drunk and it is not exactly how it was can I change it? And drop charges that were filed?

You need to speak to the prosecutor about the now "inaccurate" statement. It sounds like you don't want to prosecute your boyfriend. Tell the...

This is a very open ended question. If someone is found guilty of a crime in Illinois, he has a right to appeal the Illinois Appellate Court. If...

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I was caught shoplifting, will it be on my records?

This is a bit unusual from how loss prevention agents handle retail theft detentions. The statement of admission that you gave can be used...

Expunging or Sealing a record?

An order to expunge will cause the clerk, the arresting agency and the Illinois State Police to destroy your record of arrest and all associated...

Can a class 3 felony forgery be expunged if it happen over 20years ago. I recieved probation. Completed satisfactory

unfortunately, presently a forgery conviction cannot be expunged.